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Location Icon Cañon City

Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting: Family Fun Near Colorado Springs

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Overview

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Overview

Quotes Logo Bighorn Sheep Canyon Half Day Beginner Whitewater Rafting Tour is a fantastic family adventure just a short drive from Colorado Springs. This tour takes participants down the Arkansas River, where they'll encounter splashy rapids and breathtaking scenery within Bighorn Sheep Canyon. It's a great way to see Colorado wildlife and enjoy the outdoors.

This whitewater rafting trip is designed for beginners and families, offering exciting yet manageable rapids that are wild enough to create a thrill but gentle enough for young children and first-time rafters. The Bighorn Sheep Canyon offers stunning views and opportunities to see local wildlife, making the trip both an exciting and visually rewarding experience. It is a great alternative for those who want something less intense than the Royal Gorge.

This tour includes all necessary rafting gear and covers all government fees. Please note that guide gratuity is not included. With expert guides leading the way, adventurers can expect a safe, fun, and memorable experience on the water. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Family-Friendly Fun: Gentle rapids perfect for kids and first-time rafters.

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See Colorado Wildlife: Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep and other local animals.

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Beautiful Scenery: Raft through the stunning Bighorn Sheep Canyon.

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Expert Guides: Experienced guides ensure a safe and fun trip for everyone.

Sentiment Analysis

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Overall, customers rave about the Bighorn Sheep Canyon rafting tour as a fun, safe, and scenic adventure perfect for families and beginner rafters. The guides are a highlight, and the well-organized experience ensures a memorable trip. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers really enjoyed the guides, who are helpful and fun.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many people found the rafting experience exciting and perfect for families.

    Positive Highlight Icon Reviewers appreciated the beautiful scenery and wildlife viewing.

    Positive Highlight Icon Guests highlighted that the tour is well-organized and safe.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some reviewers wished for longer time on the river.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few people felt the rapids weren't challenging enough for experienced rafters.

The Journey

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Bighorn Sheep Canyon

Bighorn Sheep Canyon is a picturesque canyon on the Arkansas River known for its exciting yet mild rapids, making it an ideal location for beginner whitewater rafting. The canyon offers stunning scenery and opportunities to spot Colorado wildlife, particularly bighorn sheep.

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Arkansas River

The Arkansas River is one of the major rivers of the Southern Plains of the United States. Originating in the Rocky Mountains, it flows eastward, providing a dynamic environment for whitewater rafting and outdoor adventures. Its section through Bighorn Sheep Canyon offers a family-friendly rafting experience.

Know Before You Go

This rafting tour includes all the necessary rafting gear and government fees. It does not include guide gratuity, which is customary to provide if you enjoyed your experience. There is no pickup or drop-off, so you will meet at the specified location. Make sure to confirm the meeting point details before the tour.

Hot Tip

Reviewers suggest wearing sunscreen and bringing a waterproof camera to capture the beautiful scenery. Also, listen carefully to your guide's instructions for a safe and enjoyable rafting experience.

From $115 Price

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